OPERATIONS COORDINATOR SCC

OPERATIONS COORDINATOR

SAVANNAH CONVENTION CENTER

At the Savannah Convention Center (SCC), we aim to be the event venue of choice, driving economic growth and showcasing the uniqueness of Savannah, Chatham County, and the state of Georgia. It’s what sets us apart and what fuels our vision to be the premier event destination delivering exceptional service and creating memorable experiences.

 

Our team members, regardless of role or responsibility, are dedicated to bringing this commitment to life every day. If you are result-oriented, passionate about customer service, believe in teamwork, and possess an unwavering commitment to quality, then a career with the GWCCA at the Savannah Convention Center could be your calling.  Are you ready to begin your Authority Life journey?

The Savannah Convention Center is currently seeking an Operations Coordinator to join our team!  This position reports to the Operations Manager. The Operations Coordinator shall be responsible for the supervision of the Event Set Up and Housekeeping program for all interior and exterior spaces of the Savannah Convention Center. Under the direction of the Operations Manager, this position shall supervise all day-to-day activities of the Operations Department including but not limited to event set-ups, housekeeping operations; storage inspections; equipment inspection and maintenance; employee training and development; and, such other functions and duties as assigned by the Operations Manager.


The ideal candidate will be dependable, customer-focus oriented and is committed to providing the quality of work in line with our core values.


Successful employees at the Georgia World Congress Center Authority embody our core values: We are Accountable, We are Authentic and We are One!


 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

• Under the direction of the Operations Manager, provide supervision of the set-up and housekeeping crew of the GWCCA/Savannah Convention Center in accordance with established departmental procedures.
• Assist with the selection of Operations department employees. Train department employees according to established guidelines; provide coaching as required.
• Provide leadership for all Operations staff, contractors, and vendors in the maintenance of a clean, sanitary, and aesthetically pleasing campus environment.
• Plan, organize, assign, and monitor work assignments for department employees including establishing weekly shift schedules based on business need.
• Be proactive in the pursuit of continuous improvement to departmental work product by reviewing and making recommendations regarding policies, procedures, and processes.
• Conduct weekly departmental meetings as required to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.
• Monitor and maintain accurate payroll records of department employees.
• Research and recommend appropriate materials, supplies, equipment, and services required to fulfill departmental objectives.
• Maintain Operations supplies and equipment following established guidelines.
• Conduct and/or participate in inter-departmental, employee and shift meetings as required to coordinate event activities and plan departmental work.
• Routinely inspect the facility, including the operating status of equipment and inventory of supplies, and submit monthly report of this information
• Assist the Operations Manager with conducting a year-end equipment inventory. Recommend changes necessary to maintain the desired quality performance.
• Position requires the performance of work assignments, which may not be directly related to job specifications.
• Participate in Georgia World Congress Center Authority training programs as required.
• Generate work and labor schedules as required.
• Maintain a professional image that represents the philosophy of the Georgia World Congress Center Authority with emphasis on providing customers with the highest level of customer service deemed